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For 1990-2009 cars only

Tools Required

J 28467-360 Engine Support Fixture

Removal Procedure

  1. Remove the drive belt. Refer to Drive Belt Replacement .
  2. Remove the drive belt tensioner. Refer to Drive Belt Tensioner Replacement .
  3. Remove the generator. Refer to Generator Replacement in Engine Electrical.
  4. Remove the power steering pump. Position the pump aside. Keep the lines attached. Refer to Power Steering Pump Replacement in Power Steering System.
  5. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle in General Information.
  6. Remove the oil pan. Refer to Oil Pan Replacement .
  7. Remove the crankshaft pulley and hub. Refer to Crankshaft Balancer and Hub Replacement .

  8. Object Number: 182874  Size: SH
  9. Remove the engine front cover bolts.
  10. Remove the engine front cover. If necessary, carefully use a rubber mallet to loosen the cover.
  11. Clean the sealing surface on the engine block.
  12. Clean the sealing surface on the engine front cover.

Installation Procedure


    Object Number: 182874  Size: SH
  1. Install the engine front cover gasket.
  2. Notice: Use the correct fastener in the correct location. Replacement fasteners must be the correct part number for that application. Fasteners requiring replacement or fasteners requiring the use of thread locking compound or sealant are identified in the service procedure. Do not use paints, lubricants, or corrosion inhibitors on fasteners or fastener joint surfaces unless specified. These coatings affect fastener torque and joint clamping force and may damage the fastener. Use the correct tightening sequence and specifications when installing fasteners in order to avoid damage to parts and systems.

  3. Install the engine front cover and the bolts.
  4. Tighten
    Tighten the bolts to 11 N·m (97 lb in).

  5. Install the crankshaft pulley and the crankshaft pulley hub. Refer to Crankshaft Balancer and Hub Replacement .
  6. Install the oil pan. Refer to Oil Pan Replacement .
  7. Lower the vehicle.
  8. Install the power steering pump. Refer to Power Steering Pump Replacement .
  9. Install the generator. Refer to Generator Replacement in Engine Electrical.
  10. Install the drive belt tensioner. Refer to Drive Belt Tensioner Replacement .
  11. Install the drive belt. Refer to Drive Belt Replacement .